Akilah Weber Pierson, MD
@aweberpierson.bsky.social
Dr. Weber Pierson is a board-certified obstetrician/gynecologist & California State Senator for the 39th District
Family innovations during COVID? My mom's Zoom calls changed everything. Full story on the pod! #FamilyHealth #COVID19Lessons #HealthEquity #PodcastHighlight #SDOH
January 15, 2026 at 4:01 AM
Family innovations during COVID? My mom's Zoom calls changed everything. Full story on the pod! #FamilyHealth #COVID19Lessons #HealthEquity #PodcastHighlight #SDOH
HBCUs aren’t just about degrees — they build lifelong communities, teach leadership, legacy, and giving back. Graduates thrive academically and carry lessons that last a lifetime. 🎓💛 https://youtu.be/aEG7HS3WY0c
#HBCUs #RepresentationMatters #Community
#HBCUs #RepresentationMatters #Community
December 22, 2025 at 8:02 PM
HBCUs aren’t just about degrees — they build lifelong communities, teach leadership, legacy, and giving back. Graduates thrive academically and carry lessons that last a lifetime. 🎓💛 https://youtu.be/aEG7HS3WY0c
#HBCUs #RepresentationMatters #Community
#HBCUs #RepresentationMatters #Community
Trust is the bridge between diagnosis and healing. When patients see themselves in their doctors, outcomes improve. Representation in medicine isn’t optional — it’s lifesaving. My conversation with Dr. Kelly O. Elmore explains why. #HealthEquity #RepresentationMatters
https://youtu.be/aEG7HS3WY0c
https://youtu.be/aEG7HS3WY0c
December 22, 2025 at 1:01 AM
Trust is the bridge between diagnosis and healing. When patients see themselves in their doctors, outcomes improve. Representation in medicine isn’t optional — it’s lifesaving. My conversation with Dr. Kelly O. Elmore explains why. #HealthEquity #RepresentationMatters
https://youtu.be/aEG7HS3WY0c
https://youtu.be/aEG7HS3WY0c
Too many students struggle to focus after eating ultraprocessed foods. As a physician and legislator, I co-authored AB 1264 to phase these foods out of CA schools, supporting learning, mental health, and lifelong wellbeing. #StudentHealth #SchoolNutrition #AB1264
December 20, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Too many students struggle to focus after eating ultraprocessed foods. As a physician and legislator, I co-authored AB 1264 to phase these foods out of CA schools, supporting learning, mental health, and lifelong wellbeing. #StudentHealth #SchoolNutrition #AB1264
Imagine getting medical advice from who you think is a doctor—only to learn it was AI. No license. This is already happening. Proud to co-author AB 489, extending CA’s title-protection laws so healthcare AI can’t mislead patients. Transparency matters.
December 18, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Imagine getting medical advice from who you think is a doctor—only to learn it was AI. No license. This is already happening. Proud to co-author AB 489, extending CA’s title-protection laws so healthcare AI can’t mislead patients. Transparency matters.
Reproductive health care is health care.
The Sexual and Reproductive Health Care Act—legislation I co-authored—strengthens protections for CA clinicians and pharmacists providing reproductive care, including medication abortion.
Protecting providers protects patient access. #ReproductiveRights
The Sexual and Reproductive Health Care Act—legislation I co-authored—strengthens protections for CA clinicians and pharmacists providing reproductive care, including medication abortion.
Protecting providers protects patient access. #ReproductiveRights
December 17, 2025 at 12:07 AM
Reproductive health care is health care.
The Sexual and Reproductive Health Care Act—legislation I co-authored—strengthens protections for CA clinicians and pharmacists providing reproductive care, including medication abortion.
Protecting providers protects patient access. #ReproductiveRights
The Sexual and Reproductive Health Care Act—legislation I co-authored—strengthens protections for CA clinicians and pharmacists providing reproductive care, including medication abortion.
Protecting providers protects patient access. #ReproductiveRights
At least 57 HBCUs received bomb threats in just January and February—racially motivated acts of intimidation, according to the FBI.
Dr. Kelly O. Elmore and I discuss safety, leadership, and why real leaders protect their people—especially our students.
🎓 Full episode: youtu.be/aEG7HS3WY0c
Dr. Kelly O. Elmore and I discuss safety, leadership, and why real leaders protect their people—especially our students.
🎓 Full episode: youtu.be/aEG7HS3WY0c
December 16, 2025 at 7:12 PM
At least 57 HBCUs received bomb threats in just January and February—racially motivated acts of intimidation, according to the FBI.
Dr. Kelly O. Elmore and I discuss safety, leadership, and why real leaders protect their people—especially our students.
🎓 Full episode: youtu.be/aEG7HS3WY0c
Dr. Kelly O. Elmore and I discuss safety, leadership, and why real leaders protect their people—especially our students.
🎓 Full episode: youtu.be/aEG7HS3WY0c
AB 56 goes live January 1st, 2027. Social media platforms will show warning labels to users about potential harms. Warnings appear at login, after 3 hours of use, then hourly. We co-authored this to protect our kids and support healthier digital habits.
December 15, 2025 at 11:02 PM
AB 56 goes live January 1st, 2027. Social media platforms will show warning labels to users about potential harms. Warnings appear at login, after 3 hours of use, then hourly. We co-authored this to protect our kids and support healthier digital habits.
You deserve to hear this story — how one small HBCU in New Orleans sends more Black students to medical school than Harvard or Yale. Dr. Kelly O. Elmore joins me to talk HBCUs, representation, and the future of healthcare. 🎙️
youtu.be/aEG7HS3WY0c
youtu.be/aEG7HS3WY0c
December 10, 2025 at 6:13 PM
You deserve to hear this story — how one small HBCU in New Orleans sends more Black students to medical school than Harvard or Yale. Dr. Kelly O. Elmore joins me to talk HBCUs, representation, and the future of healthcare. 🎙️
youtu.be/aEG7HS3WY0c
youtu.be/aEG7HS3WY0c
Know which school sends more Black students to medical school than Harvard or Yale combined?
New podcast episode with Dr. Kelly O. Elmore digs into why HBCUs remain essential to solving our physician diversity crisis.
Watch: youtu.be/aEG7HS3WY0c
New podcast episode with Dr. Kelly O. Elmore digs into why HBCUs remain essential to solving our physician diversity crisis.
Watch: youtu.be/aEG7HS3WY0c
December 9, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Know which school sends more Black students to medical school than Harvard or Yale combined?
New podcast episode with Dr. Kelly O. Elmore digs into why HBCUs remain essential to solving our physician diversity crisis.
Watch: youtu.be/aEG7HS3WY0c
New podcast episode with Dr. Kelly O. Elmore digs into why HBCUs remain essential to solving our physician diversity crisis.
Watch: youtu.be/aEG7HS3WY0c
34 felonies without consequences erode our democracy. My mom, Dr. Shirley Weber, reflects on Germany's unified commitment to their constitution versus our courts’ inconsistency. The rule of law must apply equally to all.
Listen: youtu.be/wlHsAvjaZEI ⚖️
Listen: youtu.be/wlHsAvjaZEI ⚖️
December 8, 2025 at 9:14 PM
34 felonies without consequences erode our democracy. My mom, Dr. Shirley Weber, reflects on Germany's unified commitment to their constitution versus our courts’ inconsistency. The rule of law must apply equally to all.
Listen: youtu.be/wlHsAvjaZEI ⚖️
Listen: youtu.be/wlHsAvjaZEI ⚖️
Democracy requires a shared vision of America's future. We differ on the path, but we must unite on the destination. Right now, different factions see different Americas. That's the crisis we face.
Watch: youtu.be/wlHsAvjaZEI
Watch: youtu.be/wlHsAvjaZEI
December 3, 2025 at 10:26 PM
Democracy requires a shared vision of America's future. We differ on the path, but we must unite on the destination. Right now, different factions see different Americas. That's the crisis we face.
Watch: youtu.be/wlHsAvjaZEI
Watch: youtu.be/wlHsAvjaZEI
Reminder: This event is TOMORROW!
Black mothers face maternal mortality rates nearly 3x higher. Heart disease is a major, often preventable factor. Join us for a vital discussion on Black maternal health. RSVP at naturl.to/healthymothers
Black mothers face maternal mortality rates nearly 3x higher. Heart disease is a major, often preventable factor. Join us for a vital discussion on Black maternal health. RSVP at naturl.to/healthymothers
December 2, 2025 at 11:21 PM
Reminder: This event is TOMORROW!
Black mothers face maternal mortality rates nearly 3x higher. Heart disease is a major, often preventable factor. Join us for a vital discussion on Black maternal health. RSVP at naturl.to/healthymothers
Black mothers face maternal mortality rates nearly 3x higher. Heart disease is a major, often preventable factor. Join us for a vital discussion on Black maternal health. RSVP at naturl.to/healthymothers
My mom's words ring true: California still hasn't delivered quality education to every child. You deserve leaders who prioritize kids over politics—who understand that educational equity isn't negotiable, it's essential.
Watch her full perspective: youtu.be/wlHsAvjaZEI
Watch her full perspective: youtu.be/wlHsAvjaZEI
December 1, 2025 at 9:44 PM
My mom's words ring true: California still hasn't delivered quality education to every child. You deserve leaders who prioritize kids over politics—who understand that educational equity isn't negotiable, it's essential.
Watch her full perspective: youtu.be/wlHsAvjaZEI
Watch her full perspective: youtu.be/wlHsAvjaZEI
The government demanded all California health records - every Social Security number, every private detail.
Her answer? No.
In Part 2 of my podcast, my mom and I discuss fighting to protect your data and your privacy.
Watch: youtu.be/wlHsAvjaZEI
Her answer? No.
In Part 2 of my podcast, my mom and I discuss fighting to protect your data and your privacy.
Watch: youtu.be/wlHsAvjaZEI
November 28, 2025 at 9:16 PM
The government demanded all California health records - every Social Security number, every private detail.
Her answer? No.
In Part 2 of my podcast, my mom and I discuss fighting to protect your data and your privacy.
Watch: youtu.be/wlHsAvjaZEI
Her answer? No.
In Part 2 of my podcast, my mom and I discuss fighting to protect your data and your privacy.
Watch: youtu.be/wlHsAvjaZEI
Thanksgiving takeaway: unplug & you might meet a new side of the people you love. My mom learned something on a cruise when they charged extra for Wi-Fi. Her grandsons and her spent a week creating stories together, just talking for hours. She saw sides of them she'd never seen before.
November 26, 2025 at 8:14 PM
Thanksgiving takeaway: unplug & you might meet a new side of the people you love. My mom learned something on a cruise when they charged extra for Wi-Fi. Her grandsons and her spent a week creating stories together, just talking for hours. She saw sides of them she'd never seen before.
Did you know your zip code impacts your health more than your genetic code? 80-90% of health outcomes are determined outside the doctor's office - in where we live, work, and play. These social factors shape our wellbeing far more than medical visits alone. #HealthEquity
October 28, 2025 at 12:01 AM
Did you know your zip code impacts your health more than your genetic code? 80-90% of health outcomes are determined outside the doctor's office - in where we live, work, and play. These social factors shape our wellbeing far more than medical visits alone. #HealthEquity
A patient called 911 repeatedly - not for emergencies, but because he had no other way to leave his house. This highlights a devastating gap in medical transportation that forces impossible choices. We must build better systems for mobility access.
New episode drop: https://youtu.be/0WWkkoUkMvs
New episode drop: https://youtu.be/0WWkkoUkMvs
October 24, 2025 at 3:02 PM
A patient called 911 repeatedly - not for emergencies, but because he had no other way to leave his house. This highlights a devastating gap in medical transportation that forces impossible choices. We must build better systems for mobility access.
New episode drop: https://youtu.be/0WWkkoUkMvs
New episode drop: https://youtu.be/0WWkkoUkMvs
Did you know? Your zip code can impact your health more than your genetic code. As a physician, I see this reality every day in our communities. Join me for a deep dive into health disparities and how we can create change together in my latest podcast episode. https://youtu.be/0WWkkoUkMvs
October 23, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Did you know? Your zip code can impact your health more than your genetic code. As a physician, I see this reality every day in our communities. Join me for a deep dive into health disparities and how we can create change together in my latest podcast episode. https://youtu.be/0WWkkoUkMvs
When our democracy faces threats and our community's health hangs in the balance, we must take a stand. Prop 50 may not be perfect, but these aren't normal times. Your voice matters - especially now. ⚡️ #HealthAndDemocracy
October 22, 2025 at 10:02 PM
When our democracy faces threats and our community's health hangs in the balance, we must take a stand. Prop 50 may not be perfect, but these aren't normal times. Your voice matters - especially now. ⚡️ #HealthAndDemocracy
Join me for a crucial Community Town Hall today 6-7:30PM at Crawford High School. Let's discuss the Budget Act of 2025 and shape our state's priorities together.
RSVP: senate.ca.gov/7010/townhall
RSVP: senate.ca.gov/7010/townhall
October 16, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Join me for a crucial Community Town Hall today 6-7:30PM at Crawford High School. Let's discuss the Budget Act of 2025 and shape our state's priorities together.
RSVP: senate.ca.gov/7010/townhall
RSVP: senate.ca.gov/7010/townhall
As a doctor and legislator, I witness daily how policy shapes community health. The decisions we make today will impact generations. Let's protect what matters most.
Click here to watch more: https://youtu.be/FdQV15yw2Ko?si=EpgEB2mxsh8fLMd7
#HealthyFuture
Click here to watch more: https://youtu.be/FdQV15yw2Ko?si=EpgEB2mxsh8fLMd7
#HealthyFuture
October 14, 2025 at 8:02 PM
As a doctor and legislator, I witness daily how policy shapes community health. The decisions we make today will impact generations. Let's protect what matters most.
Click here to watch more: https://youtu.be/FdQV15yw2Ko?si=EpgEB2mxsh8fLMd7
#HealthyFuture
Click here to watch more: https://youtu.be/FdQV15yw2Ko?si=EpgEB2mxsh8fLMd7
#HealthyFuture
Excited to share a powerful conversation on my latest podcast about healthcare access in San Diego. 888,000 residents rely on Medi-Cal, and proposed cuts could impact their care. Let's discuss solutions and protect our community's health. #HealthcareAccess
October 10, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Excited to share a powerful conversation on my latest podcast about healthcare access in San Diego. 888,000 residents rely on Medi-Cal, and proposed cuts could impact their care. Let's discuss solutions and protect our community's health. #HealthcareAccess
Data shows 888,000 San Diego County residents rely on Medi-Cal for healthcare. The proposed $863B cuts over 10 years would ruin our community's health safety net. As your physician-advocate, I'm fighting to protect essential healthcare access. Watch more:
youtu.be/FdQV15yw2Ko?si=EpgEB2mxsh8fLMd7
youtu.be/FdQV15yw2Ko?si=EpgEB2mxsh8fLMd7
October 8, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Data shows 888,000 San Diego County residents rely on Medi-Cal for healthcare. The proposed $863B cuts over 10 years would ruin our community's health safety net. As your physician-advocate, I'm fighting to protect essential healthcare access. Watch more:
youtu.be/FdQV15yw2Ko?si=EpgEB2mxsh8fLMd7
youtu.be/FdQV15yw2Ko?si=EpgEB2mxsh8fLMd7
Excited to announce my new podcast "Prescribing a Healthier Future" where we explore how policy shapes public health. Join me for deep dives into healthcare equity, community solutions, and conversations that matter. Together, we'll build a healthier California. #HealthPolicy
October 7, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Excited to announce my new podcast "Prescribing a Healthier Future" where we explore how policy shapes public health. Join me for deep dives into healthcare equity, community solutions, and conversations that matter. Together, we'll build a healthier California. #HealthPolicy